Here’s one common question you will find on any motorcycle message board. Can you run a front motorcycle tire on the rear? Now that’s a wrong question to ask. Technically, you can run a front motorcycle tire on the rear if the size matches. Here’s the right question – is running a front motorcycle tire…
For rookies in the world of Harley, one of the most common questions is about the difference between super glide and wide glide. To be honest, it was something that confused me too, when I started my motorcycle journeys. And with a carryover of the names from the past, things can get even more confusing….
Worried about the security of your motorcycle in the garage? To be honest, considering the rising rate of motorcycle theft in the US, you should be. Installing a ground anchor in your garage or carport is one of the best ways to keep your motorcycle secure. Once you fix a ground anchor, you can use…
Moving your motorcycle inside tight spaces is a tricky business. Honestly, heavy motorcycles suddenly feel bigger and heavier when they aren’t running. (Trust me, it seems like you’re in a never-ending battle between a Hulk on two wheels and the limitations of time and space.) The good news is, there are some easy ways of…
Let’s get this straight. You want to do some repair and maintenance work on your bike without using a jack to lift it off the ground. Frankly, that’s NOT the safest way to do it. Ok, I get it. Lifting it up isn’t a problem for you. (Those numerous hours at the gym do pay…
“It’s not the rear that I fear losing. It’s the front” – Ryan F9. If you’re a biker, there is a high chance you’ve locked your rear or front wheel due to panic braking. And locked wheels mean one of two things. Dropping your bike with a surge of embarrassment. Or even worse, sending yourself…
So, you belong to that group of riders who prefer their motorcycles to be quiet. (Frankly, not everyone likes an overdose of unwanted attention.) And perhaps you are wondering about how to make the motorcycle quieter. Then you are in the right place. We are about the discuss how to make a motorcycle quieter, without…
It’s an age-old question bothering even the most experienced riders. What’s better for your motorcycle engine: liquid cooling vs air cooling? From years of experience, riding both air cooled and liquid cooled, I started to see the best, the worst, and the ugly side of both kinds of motorcycle engine cooling. (Trust me, you do…
Sorry, naysayers, but forums aren’t dead. In fact, if you’re a motorcycle fiend, motorcycle message boards are often the ONLY place to resort to for specialized info. (And hang around with fellow fiends while at it.) You know the rule: where Google fails, forums rock! The best thing about these forums is, no matter the…
Are you seeing white smoke coming out of your exhaust pipe? No need to panic. Let me assume that you don’t need to spread out a smokescreen like legendary spies outrunning enemies. So, it’s necessary to take the right steps to reduce the risks that can lead to a costly repair. The most common colors…
